Pedestrians in Times Square

In New York City, it's the little things that matter. Last week, I was thrilled to experience Times Square opened to pedestrians. 

A stretch of Broadway between 42nd and 47th street became a haven for tourists and curious New Yorkers to sit on beach chairs and really soak in the famed square. My mom and I (see above) sat for close to an hour near 42nd street. It was as if, for once, you could enjoy the place. 

Walking around Times Square is usually havoc; the streets are so packed that people often spill over into roads filled with out of control Taxi drivers and tour buses. I must say, I'm impressed, for the first time, with something the local government is doing here. 

Mayor Michael Bloomberg said he will decide in December if the closed-off areas will become permanent. Well, this New Yorker hopes they do...but that doesn't mean I'm voting for Bloomberg.